Life Skills Coach - New London, United States - The Light House
2 days ago
Description
With a mission to educate and prepare individuals for life, The Light House is a non-profit located in Southeastern Connecticut specializing in disabilities services and support.
Joining The Light House means joining a team of staff that continually searches for creative and alternative methods towards the common goal of success for each individual that we work with.
The Light House is currently seeking a Life Skills Coach to work with individuals with special needs during our DDS Day program.
Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8 hour shift
Essential functions include:
- Provide supervision, guidance and instruction to clients
Supports may include:
direct supervision, personal care, behavioral interventions, dispensing medication etc.
- Supply safe transportation for clients using Light House vehicles
- Develop and implement activities that are engaging and promote positive outcomes
- Maintain programmatic files by recording each person's progress and documenting required information
- Ensure the health and safety of individuals in accordance with the individual service plan and in compliance with agency policies and procedures
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred; knowledge of learning and behavioral processes helpful.
All employees are required to be screened through DDS and DCF abuse and neglect registries as well as receive fingerprinting for criminal background checks.
Willingness to receive CT Department of Developmental Services Medication Administration Certification and V endorsement to transport school-aged students, as requested.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend/stoop, kneel and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push/pull, squat and crouch occasionally; with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight.
We offer great benefits, including...
Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open to all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more.
Plus, a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insuranceEmployer-paid Life, Accidental Death; along with the option to purchase additional voluntary insurances
401k with company match
Monthly employer contributions on Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
The Light House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Light House does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and organizational need.Pay:
$ $20.00 per hour
Expected hours:
per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- If you do not have experience in this field, why are you interested in this position?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (required)
Work Location:
In person
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